O'Shaughnessy, Edith 1870-1939 creator text utu 2014 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Diplomatic Days" by Edith O'Shaughnessy is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This work consists of letters penned during an exciting and tumultuous time in Mexico, as the country was on the brink of a revolution. O'Shaughnessy shares her personal observations and experiences as the wife of an American diplomat, detailing her impressions of the vibrant culture, complex politics, and the overarching tension of impending conflict in Mexico. The beginning of "Diplomatic Days" sets the stage with the author’s first impressions while traveling to Mexico. Edith describes her journey through the tropics, highlighting her encounters with diverse fellow passengers, the exotic sights of Havana, and the unique ambiance she experiences aboard the ship to Vera Cruz. The excitement of arrival in a country steeped in revolutionary turmoil is palpable, as she mentions the Madero uprising and the atmosphere of change enveloping her surroundings. This opening establishes a vibrant narrative that reflects her curiosity and anticipation of the events to come in a land marked by both beauty and chaos. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2014-01-04 Produced by David Edwards, Melissa McDaniel, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) Original publication data not identified Mexico City (Mexico) -- Social life and customs Mexico -- History -- 1910-1946 F1201 Original publication data not identified 17030372 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/44586 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/44586 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134026.0 44586